Michealangelo created his own scaffolding to paint the ceiling
He painted standing, not on his back like most people believe
He painted using the technique called fresco.
Some areas were decorated with gold
Each scene represents a different bible passage.
The Ceiling of the Sistene Chapel was painted by Michealangelo in 1512. He used the Fresco technique which means to apply paint to wet plaster. The main componets are nine scenes from the book of Genesis. Also, behind the altar is Michealangelo's arguably best painting called Last Judgement.
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The Ceiling of the Sistene Chapel was painted by Michealangelo in 1512. He used the Fresco technique which means to apply paint to wet plaster. The main componets are nine scenes from the book of Genesis. Also, behind the altar is Michealangelo's arguably best painting called Last Judgement.